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S0 · E1The Forum: Episode 1 2022-03-06 · 6 min

On the official after-show, host and former Laker Rick Fox sits down with Quincy Isaiah (Magic Johnson) and Executive Producers Adam McKay and Max Borenstein to discuss the first episode.

S0 · E2The Forum: Episode 2 2022-03-13 · 5 min

Host and former Laker Rick Fox sits down with Jason Clarke, Quincy Isaiah, and Executive Producer and writer Rodney Barnes.

S0 · E3The Forum: Episode 3 2022-03-20 · 6 min

Host Rick Fox sits down with DeVaughn Nixon (Norm Nixon), Quincy Isaiah (Magic Johnson), and Executive Producer Jim Hecht to discuss Episode 3.

S0 · E4The Forum: Episode 4 2022-03-27 · 6 min

Host and former Laker Rick Fox sits down with Jason Segel (Paul Westhead), Gaby Hoffmann (Claire Rothman), and Executive Producer Max Borenstein to discuss Episode 4.

S0 · E5The Forum: Episode 5 2022-04-03 · 6 min

Host and former Laker Rick Fox sits down with Quincy Isaiah (Magic Johnson), Solomon Hughes (Kareem Abdul-Jabbar), and Executive Producer Rodney Barnes to discuss Episode 5.

S0 · E6The Forum: Episode 6 2022-04-10 · 6 min

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S1 · E1The Swan 2022-03-06 · 59 min

1979. Businessman Jerry Buss stakes his fortune on the purchase of the NBA's lackluster Los Angeles Lakers. Meanwhile, the team's head coach, Jerry West, bristles at the prospect of drafting college phenom Earvin Johnson – who must decide if he's ready to live up to the mantle of his nickname: Magic.

S1 · E2Is That All There Is? 2022-03-13 · 58 min

After giving Coach West carte blanche with the Lakers roster, Buss attempts to charm fellow franchise owner of the Celtics, Red Auerbach. Meanwhile, Earvin's efforts to impress the women in his life fall flat, and Claire's mandate to get creative brings conflict with Buss' daughter, Jeanie.

S1 · E3The Good Life 2022-03-20 · 54 min

Leaving the Lakers to deal with the fallout of Coach West's shocking announcement, Buss travels to Las Vegas, and soon becomes entangled with a dangerous foe. Back in LA, Earvin finds himself alone in a new city, while former Laker Pat Riley seeks out a new place within the team.

S1 · E4Who the F**k Is Jack McKinney? 2022-03-27 · 59 min

As the Lakers head to Palm Springs for the start of training camp, Buss finds himself in over his head financially, and the team's new coaches struggle to prove their vision for a groundbreaking method of play. Meanwhile, Jeanie works to bring her father's flair to the Forum.

S1 · E5Pieces of a Man 2022-04-03 · 59 min

As the Lakers prepare for their season opener against the Clippers, an increasingly frustrated Kareem begins to doubt his place on the team – allowing Coach McKinney to stoke his growing rivalry with Earvin. Jeanie courts star talent for newly minted cheer squad, the Laker Girls, including a promising young dancer, Paula Abdul.

S1 · E6Memento Mori 2022-04-10 · 56 min

Assistant coach Paul Westhead adds to the Lakers' growing list of problems when he finds himself dealing with a tragedy of Shakespearean proportions. Increasingly courted by corporate sponsors, Earvin consults a newfound financial advisor.

S1 · E7Invisible Man 2022-04-17 · 58 min

While Buss clashes with West over the coaching staff, Paul calls in a favor from Pat Riley. On the road for the first time, Earvin attempts to reconnect with loved ones in Lansing, before heading to Boston to square off against longtime rival Larry Bird.

S1 · E8California Dreaming 2022-04-24 · 57 min

As the Lakers continue their successful run, Paul and Pat are forced to reckon with the tenuous nature of their positions. Then, Earvin meets his childhood hero at the NBA All-Star game, where he receives some sage advice. Jessie convinces Jeanie to help shield her father from a devastating truth.

S1 · E9Acceptable Loss 2022-05-01 · 59 min

As the Lakers prepare to enter the play-offs, Buss struggles with the team's tenuous coaching situation and his mother's failing health. Later, Haywood receives an ultimatum from Kareem.

S1 · E10Promised Land 2022-05-08 · 59 min

Down two men and with the 1980 NBA Championship on the line, the outnumbered Lakers look to an unlikely source for inspiration. In Philly, Earvin faces off against his role-model-turned-rival Dr. J, while in LA, Haywood grapples with his own worst enemy: himself.

S2 · E1One Ring Don't Make a Dynasty 2023-08-06 · 70 min

1980. As the Lakers' post-victory season begins, a laser-focused Jerry Buss shores up his all-star roster – and his relationship with his children. Later, a catastrophic injury threatens the team's chance at defending their title.

S2 · E2The Magic Is Back 2023-08-13 · 47 min

When Earvin’s return threatens the Lakers’ new "system," Pat Riley and Jerry West push for a risky trade. While Coach Westhead fights for his team, Jeanie clashes with her brothers, and a melancholy Buss attempts to court a figure from his past.

S2 · E3The Second Coming 2023-08-20 · 44 min

In the 1970s, Larry Bird rises from small-town college drop-out to the Celtics' top pick. Later, Earvin presses Buss for a better deal.

S2 · E4The New World 2023-08-27 · 52 min

Despite his record-breaking new contract, Earvin continues to butt heads with his teammates… and his domineering coach.

S2 · E5The Hamburger Hamlet 2023-09-03 · 47 min

After making his opinion of Westhead known, Earvin gives Buss an ultimatum – leaving West and Pat to pick up the pieces.

S2 · E6"BEAT L.A." 2023-09-10 · 47 min

Following a series of triumphant wins and devastating losses, the Lakers vie for a face-off with the Celtics – and Larry Bird.

S2 · E7What Is and What Should Never Be 2023-09-17 · 62 min

Tensions between the Lakers and Celtics flair as Earvin and Larry each fight to the bitter end of the 1984 NBA Finals.

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